Patients often ask what should be included in retention planning because relapse is a real risk after orthodontics. Teeth do not “lock” permanently when treatment ends; tissues need time to stabilize, and bite forces can push teeth back toward old positions. Retention is not optional—it’s the phase that protects your outcome.
At MilimDental, Dr. Begüm Ulaşan (orthodontist / orthodontic specialist) includes six essentials in retention planning: (1) retainer type selection (fixed, removable, or combination), (2) a clear wear schedule (initial stabilization phase and long-term maintenance), (3) cleaning and care instructions, (4) check-up timing for retainers, (5) relapse risk management (crowding history, deep bite, clenching), and (6) an action plan if a retainer breaks or is lost.
A high-quality retention plan is personalized. High-relapse-risk patients may need fixed retention plus a night retainer. Patients with clenching may need extra protection after alignment. The best clinics explain retention in writing and schedule follow-ups to verify stability. Orthodontic success is measured years later—not just on removal day—and retention planning is how Dr. Begüm Ulaşan and MilimDental protect that success.
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